In brief
Israeli settlers are accused of setting two mosques on fire, vandalising cars and burning agricultural fields in the occupied West Bank, days after a deadly clash near Tal. Palestinian officials report that the mosques in Qusra and Kour were torched, with graffiti bearing the word "revenge" sprayed on their walls. The Israeli army has sent troops to the affected villages and police will investigate, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of powerful action, including possible demolitions of homes linked to the violence. The unrest follows a surge in settler attacks since the Gaza war, drawing international condemnation and highlighting the ongoing volatility of the region.
What’s happening?
Last night, settlers in the West Bank allegedly set two mosques ablaze, vandalised cars and burned agricultural fields. The attacks, reported by Palestinian officials, followed a deadly clash near Tal that killed six people.
In Qusra, a mosque under construction was set on fire and graffiti with the word “rev‑enge” sprayed on its walls. In Kour, another mosque suffered the same fate.
Reactions
The Israeli army sent troops to Qusra and said police would investigate. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of “powerful” action, including potential demolition of homes owned by those linked to the killings.
Context
Settler violence has risen sharply since the Gaza war began, drawing criticism from the UN and other international bodies. While Palestinian deaths in the West Bank mostly come from IDF actions, a mounting number stem from settler attacks.
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